Paul & Marion

Retired couple eager to home and pet sit

About Paul & Marion

We are well traveled, retired professionals, now settled on the coast of Northern California, We are intrigued with the possibility of combining travel with pet and home care.

We are well traveled, retired professionals, now settled on the coast of Northern California, We are intrigued with the possibility of combining travel with pet and home care.

Why we want to house sit

The prospect of doing something needed, particularly as it involves providing affection to and care of animals, tending a garden and a home, is right up our alley. Over the years we have greatly enjoyed pet and house sitting for friends. (see references). Combining this with travel seems like a natural extension of our lives.

Our experience

Years of caring for and loving our own cats - our last being a Mexican rescue we adopted and then brought to CA. She died about 6 months ago.

We are patient and gentle with animals, knowing they freely communicate their needs. We know the importance of clean bowls, fresh water, tidy litter boxes, proper disposal of dog poop, some play time, walks, and affection.

We would enjoy keeping in contact with owners while they travel sending news and photos; asking advice if needed.

We know how important it is to owners to come home to a clean house, freshly made beds, food in the refrigerator, flowers on the table, the garden thriving. We are gentle with homes, good at troubleshooting, things: electrical, internet. We have had 4 successful home exchanges thru Senior Home Exchange in the past year (our listing is #7079).

A bit more about us: Paul is a retired educator; Marion,a retired Clinical Social Worker. When first retired we moved onto our sailboat and sailed off to the Bahamas (from Maine) and later to the Caribbean. We have lived half time in Mexico for 7 years. There we volunteered for a program that brought food supplies to poor rural schools and we tutored young adults in English. Paul also tutored younger children in beginning English. Along the way we acquired a working knowledge of Mexican Spanish

Now in California we enjoy working a morning each week in our community’s organic vegetable garden. We also host musicians who come to perform in our local chamber music series .

Marion is a Seal Docent during the 2 months harbor seals are giving birth in our rookeries. We belong to a goat cheese co-op where Marion had learned how to milk goats.

We love to hike and Marion paints. Paul volunteers at our arts center. Our son comes to surf and hang out and we have a great time!

Reviews (2)

Steven - Gualala, California, United States

05 July - 09 July 2018

Paul and Marion recently housesat and watched our dog Simon. Simon can be a bit particular about who he warms up to be loved the Fishmans. They took good care of him making sure he had his daily walks, play time, special dinners and they communicated to us regularly. Usually when we return Sim... + More

Paul and Marion recently housesat and watched our dog Simon. Simon can be a bit particular about who he warms up to be loved the Fishmans. They took good care of him making sure he had his daily walks, play time, special dinners and they communicated to us regularly. Usually when we return Simon is very clingy and needy but he was not at all this time. The house was left if immaculate condition. We were very pleased with the Fishmans, will not hesitate to ask them again and feel confident recommending them.

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Kay - San Francisco, California, United States

21 July - 26 July 2016

Marion and Paul looked after our house, two cats and the garden in July, 2016. When we returned the cats were happy, the plants alive, and the house well organized and clean. Marion was considerate and attentive to detail and stayed in touch during their short stay. I would definitely use them... + More

Marion and Paul looked after our house, two cats and the garden in July, 2016. When we returned the cats were happy, the plants alive, and the house well organized and clean. Marion was considerate and attentive to detail and stayed in touch during their short stay. I would definitely use them again.

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Ken And Chris - House / Pet sitting Reference

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30 November 2015

Whenever Paul and Marion cat-sit and house-sit for us I am so happy, because I know that our rescue-kitty Guapo is going to get the best care and attention. Guapo is very shy and skittish with strangers, but Paul and Marion are very gentle and patient with him and he always comes out of hiding to... + More

Whenever Paul and Marion cat-sit and house-sit for us I am so happy, because I know that our rescue-kitty Guapo is going to get the best care and attention. Guapo is very shy and skittish with strangers, but Paul and Marion are very gentle and patient with him and he always comes out of hiding to see them, hang out with them, and allow head rubsmost unusual! (I know this because they send me updates which I love.) They are also super careful and tidy with our home and even left special goodies for us when we returned! I give Paul and Marion a super-trustworthy and most-grateful recommendation.

Mary - House / Pet sitting Reference

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03 July 2015

Paul and Marion took care of our miniature poodle, Celia, for a week while we went to the beach. Celia stayed in Paul and Marion's home rather than ours because that was more convenient for all concerned. Celia was very happy there, ate well, and was in great health and spirits when we returned. ... + More

Paul and Marion took care of our miniature poodle, Celia, for a week while we went to the beach. Celia stayed in Paul and Marion's home rather than ours because that was more convenient for all concerned. Celia was very happy there, ate well, and was in great health and spirits when we returned. Marion and Paul took her places with them rather than leaving her alone, and she obviously thrived with all their attention and affection. When we ran into Paul and Marion 6 years later, Celia remembered them and ran up to them with wagging tail and great enthusiasm. We have seen their home and know that they are meticulous housekeepers, so we are confident that they would take care of your customers' homes as well as their pets with diligence.

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Alden - House / Pet sitting Reference

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03 July 2015

We are pleased to recommend Marion and Paul as house sitters as evidenced by the weeks they spent caring for our home, cats and garden in Deer Isle Maine. They are reliable, conscientious, honest and orderly. Any home owner will be totally pleased to have the Fishmans in their home. + More

We are pleased to recommend Marion and Paul as house sitters as evidenced by the weeks they spent caring for our home, cats and garden in Deer Isle Maine. They are reliable, conscientious, honest and orderly. Any home owner will be totally pleased to have the Fishmans in their home.

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About Paul & Marion

We are well traveled, retired professionals, now settled on the coast of Northern California, We are intrigued with the possibility of combining travel with pet and home care.

We are well traveled, retired professionals, now settled on the coast of Northern California, We are intrigued with the possibility of combining travel with pet and home care.

Why we want to house sit

The prospect of doing something needed, particularly as it involves providing affection to and care of animals, tending a garden and a home, is right up our alley. Over the years we have greatly enjoyed pet and house sitting for friends. (see references). Combining this with travel seems like a natural extension of our lives.

Our experience

Years of caring for and loving our own cats - our last being a Mexican rescue we adopted and then brought to CA. She died about 6 months ago.

We are patient and gentle with animals, knowing they freely communicate their needs. We know the importance of clean bowls, fresh water, tidy litter boxes, proper disposal of dog poop, some play time, walks, and affection.

We would enjoy keeping in contact with owners while they travel sending news and photos; asking advice if needed.

We know how important it is to owners to come home to a clean house, freshly made beds, food in the refrigerator, flowers on the table, the garden thriving. We are gentle with homes, good at troubleshooting, things: electrical, internet. We have had 4 successful home exchanges thru Senior Home Exchange in the past year (our listing is #7079).

A bit more about us: Paul is a retired educator; Marion,a retired Clinical Social Worker. When first retired we moved onto our sailboat and sailed off to the Bahamas (from Maine) and later to the Caribbean. We have lived half time in Mexico for 7 years. There we volunteered for a program that brought food supplies to poor rural schools and we tutored young adults in English. Paul also tutored younger children in beginning English. Along the way we acquired a working knowledge of Mexican Spanish

Now in California we enjoy working a morning each week in our community’s organic vegetable garden. We also host musicians who come to perform in our local chamber music series .

Marion is a Seal Docent during the 2 months harbor seals are giving birth in our rookeries. We belong to a goat cheese co-op where Marion had learned how to milk goats.

We love to hike and Marion paints. Paul volunteers at our arts center. Our son comes to surf and hang out and we have a great time!